A great piece of nostalgia for anyone old enough to remember sitting through family slide evenings in the 1970s — or for collectors who appreciate the charm of mid-century optical gadgetry.

Condition

• Cosmetic: Slide viewer itself is in good condition with a few small surface marks, nothing major.
• Mechanical: In full working order.
• Power: Requires four 'C' type batteries — four are included but will likely need replacing.
• Box: Original box is present but in poor condition [see photos].
• Completeness: Comes with original instructions and three vintage slides of Canada.

Provenance

• Maker: Photax, a British photographic accessories brand popular in the 1960s–70s.
• Model: Solar 3 — a handheld battery-powered 35mm slide viewer.
• Date: 1960s.
• Included slides: Three original 35mm slides depicting scenes from Canada, adding a pleasing period detail to the set.